Author Jennifer S Holland talks about Dogs and their Intelligence

Published: June 5, 2024, 4:30 p.m.

You may know of National Geographic writer Jennifer S. Holland, the author of Unlikely Friendships which spent more than 46 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. Her new book is Dog Smart: Life-Changing Lessons in Canine Intelligence, a cutting-edge science narrative, chock-full of heartwarming case studies, that is Holland\u2019s quest to learn the true meaning of dog intelligence. \u201cIn this winning report, Holland (Unlikely Friendships), a former National Geographic journalist, investigates what goes on in dogs\u2019 minds\u2026.The mix of scientific research and reporting comes together to offer enlightening insight into canines\u2019 \u201csocial and olfactory intelligence.\u201d This is a treat.\u201d Publishers Weekly review \u201cDog Smart shows that even people can be smart\u2014if we pay attention to our dogs. It also shows what a wonderful and graceful writer Jennifer Holland is. Holland knows a lot about how dogs think. She knows what your dog would like you to know, about how you and your dog can live your best life together.\u201d\u2014Carl Safina, author of Alfie and Me: What Owls Know, What Humans Believe